HHA Bruns House - Part-time 3 shifts per week!

Hospice of the East Bay (HEB) is a community-based nonprofit that provides the hospice and palliative care services that support and comfort people and their loved ones through the final stages of life. Join us and see why we have been certified as a "Best Place to Work" four years in a row!

POSITION SUMMARY :

Reporting to the In-Patient Facility Manager, this position is responsible for carrying out the duties assigned in order to increase the patient's level of comfort and to maintain personal hygiene and a safe healthy environment for the patient. Although the Home Health Aide reports to a primary manager, HEB expects the Home Health Aide may work in more than one program or department, and assignments are given to best meet the needs of our patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Responsibilities of the Home Health Aide include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his / her requests. If unable to perform a certain task, communicates with Case Manager.
• Providing patients and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.
• Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails).
• Following the plan of care as written by the RN.
• Demonstrating clinical care as defined in the Home Health Aide scope of practice.
• Assessing and reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the RN. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Recognizing and reporting emergencies.
• Keeping the patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned.
• Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Participating in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Participating in IDT meetings.
• Respectful of patient and family / caregiver environment and patient's personal needs.
• Maintaining inventory of disposable supplies.
• Maintaining cleanliness and infection control standards.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

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EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION :

Benefits

Come join our team and make a real difference when you go to work!

Week 1 : Sun, Wed, Thur

Week 2 : Mon, Fri, Sat

2300pm-0730am